Little Pines Campground
The Little Pines Recreation Area is one of the most recent upgraded and constructed recreation area on the Ouachita National Forest. Constructed in a former pine plantation, all the campsites are level and offer a large amount of shade through-out the day at the campsites. Access to Lake Hinkle is provided by the boat ramp adjacent to the campground. The boat access offers a courtesy dock and fishing pier. The campground offers all the standard amenities electrical and water connections at each of the campsites. A Camp Host is on duty to provide assistance and answer questions about the area and activities available on the Forest.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 9 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
9 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Prime |
| 2 | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Prime |
| 3 | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Prime |
| 4 | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Prime |
| 5 | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Partial | 50/30/50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Prime |
| 6 | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Partial | 50/30/50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Prime |
| 7 | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Prime |
| 8 | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Partial | 50/30/50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Prime |
| 9 | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Prime |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 65 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Campsite fees are $20.00 per night per campsite. Applicable discounts, America the Beautiful, Golden Age and Golden Access discounts will be honored. All campsites are under the reservation program, there are no first-come, first-serve campsites available. |
Located along the shoreline of Lake Hinkle, a 960 acre lake managed by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, there are 9 single campsites available for reservations at Little Pines Campground. The campground has flush toilets, showers, paved parking areas at the campsites, every campsite contains a picnic table, fire ring, lantern holder, electrical and water connections. All campsites are back-in, there are no pull-through campsites available. Courtsey docks are available for boat moorage while staying at the campground. A large pavilion and swim site are located adjacent to the campground. Trailer dump station available for campers. Boat ramp to access Lake Hinkle and courtesy dock available for launching and retrieving boats. Fish cleaning station located adjacent to the boat ramp.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Forest | Ouachita National Forest |
| Fees | Day-use: $5/vehicle OR $2/person (walk-in/bike-in/drop-off). Boat Ramp Access: Free. Campground: Single sites w/electric: $20/night. Single sites w/ electric and sewer: $25/night |
| Rules | No skiing allowed on the lake. |
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Getting there
From the Poteau Ranger Station in Waldron, Arkansas, drive west on Highway 248 for 11 miles. Stay on paved road. Turn east (left) on County Road 10 (Trampp Loop) for the entrance to the LIttle Pines Recreation Area (Second Trampp Loop Turn off. DO NOT turn on first Trampp Loop turn off which is a dirt road).
| Nearest town | Waldron, Arkansas |
| Coordinates | 34.8708° N, 94.2690° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Gellco Outdoors ↗ | 32.1 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 37.5 mi |
| RV sales & service | Victory Lane Motors ↗ | 40.9 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
- Scott County Museum of History, Waldron, Arkansas
- Ouachita National Recreation Trail
- Belle Star OHV Trail
- Fourche Mountain OHV Trail
- 14.5 miAcorn Shooting Range ↗OHV / range
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miLittle Pines1.3 mi trail
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Ouachita National Forest.
- inOuachita National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,724,422 acres
- 7.6 miPoteau Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 11,141 acres
- 11.4 miBlack Fork Mountain Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 13,347 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Bates SchoolBuilding · Bates · 6.8 mi
- Waldron School Historic DistrictHistoric district · Waldron · 10 mi
- Scott City County Jail, (Old)Building · Waldron · 10.2 mi
Natural features
Located in the valley of the Poteau Mountain, surrounded by the Ouachita Mountain, Little Pines Campground was constructed in an old pine plantation which provides plenty of shade and level surfaces for the camper. Access is provided to the 960 acre Lake Hinkle by the boat ramp located adjacent to the campground.
Recreation
Recreation opportunities abound at and around the Little Pines Recreation Area. Little Pines Recreation Area offers campsites, day use and access to Lake Hinkle, 960 acre lake managed by the Arkansas Fish & Wildlife Commission. A short hiking trail is located at the day use area. Within a few miles, there are mountain bike, hiking and OHV trails available for use.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Little Pines Campground?
Sites at Little Pines Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Little Pines Campground?
Campsite fees are $20.00 per night per campsite. Applicable discounts, America the Beautiful, Golden Age and Golden Access discounts will be honored. All campsites are under the reservation program, there are no first-come, first-serve campsites available.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Little Pines Campground?
Check-in 03:00 PM, checkout 02:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Little Pines Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Little Pines Campground have?
9 sites, including 9 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Little Pines Campground?
The longest site here provides 65 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Little Pines Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Little Pines Campground?
The campground has flush toilets, showers, paved parking areas at the campsites, every campsite contains a picnic table, fire ring, lantern holder, electrical and water connections.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Little Pines Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Little Pines Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Little Pines Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. No skiing allowed on the lake.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Little Pines Campground?
Recreation opportunities abound at and around the Little Pines Recreation Area. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Little Pines Campground?
Waldron, Arkansas. Scott County Museum of History, Waldron, Arkansas
Source: Getting there